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Timothy

TIH-mə-thee

Timothy is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek name *Timotheos*, meaning 'honoring God.' Composed of *timao* meaning 'to honor' and *theos* meaning 'God'.”. It currently ranks #208 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1959.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Timothy Means

From the Greek name *Timotheos*, meaning 'honoring God.' Composed of *timao* meaning 'to honor' and *theos* meaning 'God'.

The Story of Timothy

Some names are prayers whispered across centuries, a declaration of reverence that has guided good men through generations, like Timothy.

Timothy derives from the Greek name Timotheos, meaning 'honoring God'. This name gained prominence through Saint Timothy, a close companion and trusted disciple of the Apostle Paul in the New Testament. It traveled across the Roman Empire with early Christian evangelists, and later gained favor in Protestant communities, valuing its pious meaning and historical weight.

When you speak your son's name, 'Timothy' feels steady, a quiet affirmation. It evokes a child who approaches life with thoughtful consideration and a deep sense of respect for the world around him. This is a name for a son whose gentle spirit will lead him to honor what is good and true, an anchor in a chaotic world.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Timothy Dalton

    Welsh actor best known as James Bond

  • Timothy Leary

    American psychologist and writer

Personality Traits

KindIntelligentThoughtfulReliable

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Peak Year

#30,863 in 1959

Total Births

1,086,730

First Recorded

1880

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